From a cost perspective, NC paint is typically a solvent-based coating containing a higher proportion of organic solvents such as banana water and thinner, which results in relatively lower costs for diluents. The production process of NC paint is well-established and highly scalable, giving it a cost advantage in raw materials and production. In contrast, water-based paint uses water as a diluent, although water itself is very inexpensive, its formulation is more complex, requiring various additives to ensure stability and film performance, such as film-forming additives and defoamers. These additives are relatively expensive, increasing the raw material cost of water-based paint. Additionally, water-based paint requires more corrosion-resistant equipment, which further increases production costs.
Meanwhile, NC paint has more flexible environmental requirements, which can be applied at temperatures above -5°C, and benefits from mature application techniques that reduce rework costs. On the other hand, Water-based paint cannot be applied below 5°C, limiting its use in winter conditions. It also requires strict control of temperature and humidity during application. However, water-based paint emits minimal odor and has better resistance to yellowing and aging, which can reduce long-term maintenance costs of products.